Lady seated at spinet 1761 - 1775

This porcelain figurine, "Lady seated at spinet," was created by the Ludwigsburg Porcelain Manufactory between 1761 and 1775. The figure depicts a woman seated on a cushion and playing a spinet, a small harpsichord-like instrument popular in the 18th century. The figurine, now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is an example of the Rococo style, characterized by its elaborate ornamentation and playful depiction of everyday life. The delicate details of the woman's dress, the intricate carving of the spinet, and the lush green cushion on which she sits all contribute to the Rococo aesthetic.